Surgical Assistant II

Eastern Connecticut Health Network (ECHN); Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a small community hospital where your contributions truly matter! This role as a Surgical Assistant II offers an opportunity to enhance patient care and support surgical teams in a collaborative environment. You will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and comfort of patients while managing surgical equipment and supplies. The organization values employee engagement and provides ample opportunities for career growth. With generous benefits including vacation time, insurance options, and tuition reimbursement, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in healthcare. Be part of a team that prioritizes innovation and patient outcomes!

Benefits

Generous Vacation

Sick Time

401(k)

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Discounts at Local Retailers

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; BLS certification needed within 90 days.
• Experience as a Surgical Assistant I is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist with surgical equipment and ensure patient safety during procedures.
• Communicate effectively with the surgical team and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Effective Communication

Patient Care

Flexibility

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification

Job description

Manchester, CT

Nursing Support

Full-time, Day, 40

Posted 02/28/2025

We are a small community hospital where your voice is heard! We believe in sharing ideas and working with staff to create innovative ideas to improve employee engagement and patient care.

What we offer:

• Generous Vacation that is front loaded based on budgeted hours. Ex. 40 hours/week = 26 days a year!
• Sick Time on an accrual basis
• 401(k)/Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Employee Assistance Program/Voluntary Benefit Options
• Tuition Reimbursement- eligible after 3 months of employment!
• Free Parking at all work sites: MMH- Employee Parking garage and parking lot, RGH- Parking lot
• Perk Spots (Discounts at local retailers, restaurants, travel, and childcare centers)
• Career Growth within the organization via career ladders, committee involvement, and more

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Surgical Assistant II is responsible for performing the duties of moving surgical equipment and furniture, cleaning tasks, linen supply management, schedule distribution, errands and ensuring effective communication between him or herself, the managers, the patient, peers and other staff, physicians and other hospital departments. Is a resource for simple and complex equipment room set-ups. Assists in maintenance of a safe and clean environment. Identifies specific needs of the patient and anesthesia care provider in relation to anesthesia supplies needed prior, during, and after a surgical procedure, in collaboration with an anesthesia care provider. Reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must have certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support upon hire or receive certification within the 90 Day Introductory Period and maintain clinical competency during employment with ECHN in this role.

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience as a Surgical Assistant I.

COMPETENCIES:

• Must be able to read and communicate effectively in English.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position. These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time.

Job-Specific Competency

• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and promotes positive patient outcomes.
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to team leader, co-workers and other members of the health care team.
• Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.
• In collaboration with surgical team, participates in activities to accomplish efficient room turnover including, cleaning of floor, furniture and equipment; removal of used equipment supplies instrumentation, providing appropriate equipment for next procedure.
• Maintains the cleanliness and supply levels of assigned work areas before and after procedure.
• Stocks all designated areas including linen, oxygen equipment and cleaning supplies.
• Unpacks and puts away supplies delivered to OR front desk area.
• Obtains beds & stretchers according to procedure & specific patient needs. Independently and safely transports patients to and from designated areas.
• Assists the nursing staff with patient care as needed in assigned areas.
• Performs Clips reps, on male patients according to procedure.
• Supports efficient department operations, answers phone and effectively communicates messages to appropriate individual.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Infection Control policies for Anesthesia/O.R. equipment; appropriately and independently cleans, and identifies need for repair of anesthesia equipment; communicates issues to Nurse Manager.
• Demonstrates knowledge of advanced/complex room and equipment set up, i.e. shoulder and knee positioners, robotics, minimally invasive set-ups.
• Maintains par levels of anesthesia/O.R. supplies and medications; orders supplies and medications as needed, unpacks and puts away; communicates supply issues to Nurse Manager.
• Checks and fills anesthesia carts with nets and supplies in the OR, OB and GI units.
• Maintains tissue freezer and temperature logs in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Performs daily tissue test, checks temperature and relative humidity in OR suites.
• Is a resource for equipment and room set up.
• Acts as a mentor, precepting other employees in the Surgical Assistant I role.
• Is able to work independently, to validate and verify inventory and medications.